If you’ve ever wondered how to foster a coaching culture inside an organization, this episode is for you. Dr. Ann Tsen, with the Christian Medical and Dental Association, shares her expertise on integrating coaching into large ministries and healthcare organizations. Listeners will gain practical insights on both the benefits and challenges of implementing a coach-focused approach.
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Quick Summary
- Explore practical ways to explain coaching to non-coaches.
- Discover methods to overcome hurdles when starting internal coaching programs.
- See the growing influence of coaching in the medical profession.
- Hear from a physician-coach with organizational leadership experience.
What You’ll Discover in This Episode
Dr. Ann Tsen highlights the value of creating a coaching culture that aligns with an organization’s mission and values. Leaders will hear how coaching can be introduced without overwhelming staff or confusing non-coaches. Moreover, she shares lessons from healthcare organizations where coaching has improved both team dynamics and individual growth.
Practical steps are discussed to overcome common obstacles, such as limited understanding of coaching or resistance to change. In addition, Dr. Tsen emphasizes how adopting a coach approach fosters both spiritual and professional development. As a result, organizations cultivate environments where employees thrive and feel supported.
Essential Insights for Christian Coaches
Christian coaches can apply Dr. Tsen’s insights by embedding coaching practices into daily workflows. For example, regular coaching conversations enhance communication and decision-making. Leaders may also create peer coaching opportunities, mentoring programs, or structured sessions for skill development.
Intentional integration of coaching principles allows faith-based and healthcare organizations to see measurable improvements in collaboration and engagement. Ultimately, this approach strengthens both mission impact and employee well-being.
Key Takeaways
- Define coaching principles clearly and communicate them organization-wide.
- Start with small pilot programs to demonstrate impact and gain support.
- Equip leaders and staff with basic coaching skills to normalize a coaching mindset.
- Integrate coaching to boost professional, spiritual, and relational growth.
- Apply coaching consistently to drive long-term organizational transformation.
Next Steps
Build a coaching culture in your organization by exploring Christian coaching training. Contact an Academic Advisor to learn more about Christian coaching training and certification.
About Dr. Ann Tsen
Dr. Ann Tsen is a board certified internist, a Physician Life and Leadership Coach, a licensed coaching trainer and a founding member of the Christian Medical and Dental Association (CMDA) Life and Leadership coaching program. She also an Associate Certified Coach and licensed coaching trainer with the International Coach Federation (ICF). She serves on the advisory council for CMDA’s Women Physicians in Christ ministry and has acted as a campus advisor, meeting host and student mentor for the local medical student chapter of CMDA, along with her physician husband, for many years. She is also experienced in domestic and international medical missions. She currently practices part time at a faith based charity clinic where she uses coaching to help patients improve their health outcomes. Dr. Tsen and her husband have two young adult children. She is passionate about helping healthcare professionals align with God, optimize well-being and maximize influence through the ministry of coaching and coach training.
For more information and to connect, email Ann at [email protected] or visit http://www.cmda.org/coaching.
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